St. Pete Beach on the gulf coast of Florida was rated the #1 beach in the US by Trip Advisor in 2021. In this article we share a whole day of activities to fully enjoy the BEST of what St. Pete Beach has to offer. It’s miles of white sand beaches and endless options for food, drinks and entertainment make it both a fun and relaxing destination.
Category: Florida
Five Natural Springs to Visit in Florida
Florida is home to hundreds of natural springs, in fact, it is the state with the most first-magnitude springs in the United States. First magnitude springs produce at least 64 million gallons of water per day. We decided to visit a handful of springs one weekend and enjoyed each one for it’s unique qualities. Disclaimer:…
Visit Three Sisters Springs in Crystal River, Florida
Three Sisters Springs is a manatee refuge located in Crystal River, Florida. It is a destination for paddlers, snorkelers and swimmers. It is primarily accessed by water. Keep reading for our experience paddling from Hunter Springs to Three Sisters Springs during a small craft advisory.
Experience the Healing Power of Rainbow Springs
Rainbow Springs is located in Florida and is perfect for swimming and snorkeling. The water in the swimming area is crystal clear. From the headsprings entrance visitors can swim, rent kayaks or walk to waterfalls. There are two additional entrances for floating and camping. Keep reading for more about our visit to Rainbow Springs.
Visit Manatee Springs: Paddle with an Alligator
Manatee Springs is another great stop to experience nature in Florida. During our visit we paddled to the Suwannee River and said hi to a gator. This park offers swimming, snorkeling, paddling, kayaking, canoeing, cave diving, hiking, biking and camping. Keep reading for more about our experience.
Swim in an Underwater Cave at Ichetucknee Springs
Ichetucknee Springs is a must stop for nature lovers. This park is home to eight natural springs that form the Ichetucknee River. It is also home to the underwater cave known as the Blue Hole. The park offers hiking, floating, paddling, swimming, snorkeling and diving. Keep reading for our experience at the “Iche”.
Poe Springs: Visit a Free Natural Spring in Florida
Poe Springs is one of hundreds of natural springs in Florida. It is located in Poe Springs Park and access is free. Continue reading for more about our time visiting Poe Springs.